Education
Doctor of Health Science, University of Indianapolis, 2024
Master of Health Science, University of Indianapolis, 2016
Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, Indiana University, 1999
Bio
Marjorie Britt, PT, DHSc, is the director of the developing Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program at Marian University. She is leading the design of a curriculum that emphasizes clinical reasoning, professional identity formation, and collaborative care to prepare students for contemporary physical therapy practice. Her academic work centers on advancing clinical reasoning and mentoring future healthcare professionals through evidence-informed education.
Dr. Britt brings more than 25 years of experience in physical therapy, with clinical expertise spanning pediatrics, acute care, and early mobilization of critically ill and ventilated patients. She has held a variety of roles in both healthcare and academic settings, including staff therapist, rehab patient care coordinator, and PTA program director. She continues to practice as a PRN physical therapist, maintaining active engagement with patient care. As an item writer for the National Physical Therapist Assistant Examination (NPTAE) through the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT), she contributes to the development of national licensure standards.
A former Kendrick Foundation Scholar, Dr. Britt is committed to advancing the well-being of Morgan County residents through compassionate, evidence-based care and community service. She actively supports student pathways into physical therapy through her work with Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA), providing presentations for educators and advisors and serving as a skills evaluator for the physical therapy competition. As an ambassador for the APTA PT Moves Me campaign, she also presents to local high school students, inspiring future professionals to explore careers in physical therapy and physical therapist assisting.
Courses Taught
Research
Dissertation
Clinical Instructors' Descriptions of Student Physical Therapist Assistants’ Clinical Reasoning Skills
Defended April 2024
Doctor of Health Science (DHSc), University of Indianapolis
Britt M. Clinical instructors’ expectations of PTA student clinical reasoning skills align with master adaptive learning. Presented at: Educational Leadership Conference, APTA Academy of Education; October 2024; Oakland, CA.
Grant
Fuchs, R. (Investigator), Staab, T. (Co-Principal Investigator), Justice, S. (Investigator), Flynn, M. (Investigator), Britt, M. (Co-Principal Investigator), Luper, A. (Investigator), "Exploring the Relationship Between Simulation-Based Learning and Professional Identify Formation in Pre-Health Undergraduate Students," Sponsored by Center for Teaching and Learning, Teaching Innovation Grant, Marian University, Marian University, $1,847.50.
Awards
Kendrick Foundation Scholar Awarded four consecutive years, 2019 through 2023, Kendrick Foundation, Mooresville, Indiana.
Marian University Committees:
Member, Faculty Senate. (August 2025 - present)
Member, Search Committee, Associate Dean for the Undergraduate Nursing Programs, Marian University, Leighton School of Nursing (LSON). (April 2025 - June 2025).
Member, DPT DCE Search Committee. (February 2025 - March 2025).
Member, HCS Office Coordinator position. (January 2025 - March 2025).
Member, OTA DCE Search Committee. (January 2025 - March 2025).
Co-Chair, PTA DCE Search Committee. (December 1, 2024 - February 12, 2025).
Professional Organization Membership
American Physical Therapy Association (APTA )2000 – present
APTA Indiana Chapter Member 2000 – present
APTA Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Section 2020 – present
APTA Acute Care Section 2015 – present
APTA Education Section 2015 – present
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION SERVICE:
Chairperson, APTA IN_ Service Committee, Indianapolis. (January 2025 - Present).
Task Force Member, ACAPT (American Council of Academic Physical Therapy) Toolshed Task Force. (January 2025 - August 2025).
Education Ambassador, American Physical Therapy Association, PT Moves Me Ambassador Program. (November 8, 2024 - Present).
Item Writer for the National Physical Therapy Examinations (NPTE), Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. (May 3, 2025 - July 4, 2025).
Committee Member, APTA IN_ Service Committee, Indianapolis. (August 2024 - January 2025).
Task Force Member, ACAPT (American Council of Academic Physical Therapy) Toolshed Task Force. (January 2023 - January 2024).
Consultative Position:
Peace Restored
Consulting for integrating movement into health retreats is being funded by a $95,800 Kendrick Foundation grant awarded to establish a mental health retreat for women who have experienced trauma and related mental health struggles. January 2025-present
Community Service:
Peace Restored. Volunteer facilitator for Somatic Experience Workshops. May 2025–present; Mooresville, Indiana.
Traders Point Christian Church. Buddy for elementary school children with special needs. Volunteer service; April 2025–present; Plainfield, Indiana.
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA). Volunteer service: Chapter Advisor Management Event Round Table Leader. Representing APTA Indiana. October 2, 2025.
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) and Indiana Association for Career and Technical Education (IN-ACTE). Volunteer service: Taught Continuing Education Course "Healing in Motion: Student Pathways to PT with HOSA & APTA" for a Professional Development Conference. September 11, 2025.
Personal Info
Dr. Britt enjoys spending time with her family hiking, biking, and engaging in outdoor activities. She has a deep commitment to her faith in Christ and finds purpose in serving at her church and in her community.
She volunteers with Peace Restored, where she teaches a somatic movement class that promotes healing through movement for women navigating trauma and mental health challenges. She also finds creative expression through writing poetry, painting, and gardening.
